Maintenance Technician

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Health & Biosciences:Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologiesthat powerinnovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.

The role is based on Cedar Rapids, IA (onsite role). Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace equipment used in wet processing and spray dry production facilities.
• Maintain critical utility systems, including water, air, steam, chilled water, glycol cooling systems, and associated equipment.
• Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and equipment documentation for pumps, valves, motors, agitators, chillers, and air compressors.
• Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on threephase and singlephase systems, control circuits, motors, switches, brakes, and gearboxes.
• Support problemsolving activities such as rootcause analysis, system design, and equipment modifications.
• Document labor hours, parts usage, and detailed maintenance comments in SAP.
• Provide support beyond core work areas to drive plantwide improvements and operational reliability.
• Promote a strong safety culture through personal accountability, safe work behaviors, and integrity.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Industrial maintenance experience with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with instrumentation and control systems.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, lift 50 lbs, and safely perform confinedspace entry.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with crossfunctional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and general computer systems.
• Selfmotivated, organized, and able to lead problemsolving or group discussions.

How Would You Stand Out?

• A.A. degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology or a related technical field.
• Experience in system design, equipment construction, or implementing engineering improvements.
• SAP experience for maintenance data entry and parts tracking.
• Demonstrated success supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience with both wet process and spray dry equipment systems.

Why Choose Us?

• Full benefits package effective on the first day, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Vacation, paid holidays, and bonus plan included from the start.
• Opportunity to work with advanced processing and utility systems in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong focus on safety, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Growth opportunities for skilled maintenance professionals.
• Stable, onsite role with consistent workload and crossfunctional collaboration.